2008 Nissan Titan vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Titan | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |